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Since 1998, Dr Michael
Paterson OBE has helping others reach their
true potential. He achieved this through a
successful mix of professional speaking
engagements, executive training and
psychological therapy approaches.

Dr Paterson is a Chartered
Clinical Psychologistand an Associate Fellow of
the British Psychological Society. In
1981, following the amputation of both arms
in a rocket attack on his police vehicle in
Northern Ireland, he rebuilt his life,
changed his career achieving two doctoral
degrees in the process, and helped develop
the lives of many others. Michael is
now an accomplished Clinical Psychologist
who thoroughly enjoys working with
clients to help them become the person
they are truly capable of being.

In 2008,
in recognition of his achievements, Her
Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II granted him
the OBE, a highly respected Order of
Chivalry.We invite
you to book Michael as a guest speaker
to inspire your audience, train your
senior staff in self-development, or use
his psychological skills to enhance
performance in key executives.
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Testimonials

“If ever I
have cause to doubt the ability of
individuals to triumph over the most
terrible problems then I only have to
think of my friend Michael Paterson.Michael
was a member of the Royal Ulster
Constabulary during the dark and
difficult times in Northern Ireland. He
was on patrol in a Police Land Rover
when a missile was fired at the vehicle.
It passed through the cab killing the
driver and severely wounding Michael.
Subsequent surgery resulted in him
losing both hands. Later he received two
artificial hands. One was fixed and the
other was able to be manipulated
by the use of muscles in the upper
arm. Incredibly he learned to write
again and not only that, he got himself
into University and now has a string of
letters behind his name. Today Michael
practices in Belfast as a therapist
working mainly with individuals who have
suffered as a result of severe trauma.He is one
of the most remarkable living examples
of how suffering need not destroy but
can be used creatively. Apart from being
a talented and competent professional
Michael is a very nice man indeed and a
family man to boot! His amazing story is
an inspiration not only to me but to
many who have received encouragement
from him.” Terry Waite CBE
webHostages negotiator,
Humanitarian, Author,
Keynote Speaker

He took
our breath away.
Desmond M. Tutu

“Many people talk about courage and
inspiration. After listening to
Michael it becomes clear that this is
not just talk. He is energising,
encouraging and most of all inspiring.
A very straight forward man with a
smashing message that we all need to
hear.” René Carayol MBE
web Broadcaster, Author, Keynote
Speaker, Business Guru United Kingdom

His amazing story is an inspiration
....

Terry Waite

"Dr Michael
Paterson OBE is an engaging speaker, with an easy manner and a great sense
of humour all of which underpin his
professionalism and skill. I knew of Michael before I knew him personally,
as he has been an inspiration to many people affected by traumatic
experiences in Northern Ireland. I have known Michael as a professional
colleague for several years and find him unfailingly supportive and
positive. He is tenacious in his clinical work and in his belief in the
power of psychology to transform lives. Michael is the living proof that
transformation and growth are possible after apparently adverse life
changing experiences."Sharon Campbell MA(Hons) BSc(Hons) Psych Dip TraumaEastern Health and Social Services BoardNorthern Ireland"He has transcended many
of life’s most difficult challenges and has emerged with his own brand of
kindness, humor and keen intelligence. We are lucky to have him as part of
our ever-expanding EMDR community." Marilyn
Luber PhD - Philadelphia, USA In the
Spotlight - EMDR International
Association Newsletter 2005

"I will never
forget meeting Michael Paterson for the first time. It was the
sudden realisation that the hand which I grasped was artificial. I
don’t know whether my face portrayed the surprise or even shock, but
I do know that Michael, who came across with such warmth and
integrity made that moment easy for me. It was, I think, the
Confirmation service of one of his daughters. All I can say is that
there was something about Michael’s humanity and openness which
deeply impacted me. He is an amazing example of someone who has
come through the troubles scarred in his flesh, but whole in his
being. More than that, God has used his experience for good, and he
is such a blessing to those who meet with him and hear him. I
gladly commend Michael’s work. "Rt. Revd. Harold Miller, Bishop of Down & Dromore

"A
sagacious, calm, accomplished and confident speaker who connects with and
captures his audience immediately, easily holding their full attention
throughout. Inspiring, thought provoking, sometimes life changing, his
oratory stays with you long after you have left the room.Dr Paterson
is an expert in assessing the level to which he directs his address. No
hesitation in my weighty recommendation." Anne O'Neill Chief Welfare Officer, Charity Trustee United Kingdom

He is energising, encouraging and most of all,
inspiring. René
Carayol

"One of the most deeply moving moments in the BBC series Facing the
Truth, about Northern Ireland, for us on the 3 person panel
facilitating the exchanges between victim and perpetrator from both
sides of the ‘Troubles’, was surely when Michael Paterson sat
opposite an IRA member. He had lost both arms in an IRA attack and
should have been bristling with anger and resentment against those
who had left him so disabled physically. The IRA man spoke quietly
about his upbringing suffering from the poverty and deprivation and
discrimination that tended to be the lot of Roman Catholics in
Northern Ireland. When he finished we turned to Michael to hear how
he would respond. It is true you could have knocked us down with a
feather when we heard what he said. We would understood
perfectly if he had railed against the movement that nothing
justified his mutilation. Nothing of the sort. Equally quietly
Michael something like, 'If I had grown up like you under similar
conditions I would have done what you did’. It fairly blew your
mind.

It was an epiphany, a holy moment when we should really have taken
off our shoes because we were on holy ground. He took our breath
away. And yes we give great thanks to God for him and for others
like him who have made possible the miracle we now see unfolding in
Northern Ireland where an Ian Paisley could laugh and joke with a
Martin McGuinness and serve in the same administration. God be
praised."

In writing about people who have overcome great
challenges
to become successful, Denis Waitley, the famous personal development
author, states, "When you learn what many of them had to endure, you are
less overwhelmed by the obstacles you face. Every hardship you face has
been endured and conquered by someone before you."

Join
the many others who have benefited from Dr Paterson's words of wisdom,
personable style, and clinical psychology skills. Please contact us
using the link below.

Dr Michael Paterson OBE at his
Investiture
at Buckingham Palace
28 November 2008